1993 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Capital | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |